US Consulate in Johannesburg at Risk Over Sandton Drive Renaming

South Africa could lose its United States consulate in Johannesburg if the city proceeds with renaming Sandton Drive to Leila Khaled Drive. The controversial proposal, which has divided Johannesburg’s City Council, was upheld during a vote on Thursday, 13 March 2025, despite objections from many councillors and residents. The motion to rescind the renaming of … Continue reading US Consulate in Johannesburg at Risk Over Sandton Drive Renaming